VarunAgarwal

Backend and Devops Guy ·varunagarwal10.2@gmail.com

I’m Varun Agarwal, a backend developer with a strong focus on building scalable systems and APIs. I have hands-on experience with Django, FastAPI, AWS, and Docker. Currently, I’m working at PocketFM as an SDE-1. I’ve previously interned at TechStack and DAO Studio. Alongside full-time roles, I also work as a freelancer, delivering robust fullstack solutions. I enjoy solving complex problems and bringing efficient systems to life.

Experience

PocketFM

Backend Engineer
July 2024 - Present

Built a marketability prediction system from scratch to evaluate show potential, enabling data-driven investment decisions. Developed a script adaptation tool that automates multilingual script conversion, drastically reducing manual efforts and speeding up content delivery. Optimized an internal utility, cutting memory usage by 15–20%. Automated developer workflows through scripting

TechStack Management

Backend Developer Intern
March 2024 - July 2024

Designed and deployed a microservices architecture using FastAPI, improving scalability and modularity. Integrated open-source services to accelerate development and built CI/CD pipelines on AWS to automate deployments and testing workflows.

DAO Studio

Backend and SRE intern
October 2022 - March 2023

Developed robust RESTful APIs using Django REST Framework and Flask to facilitate service communication. Dockerized services for consistent deployment and implemented CI/CD pipelines to streamline the release process. Optimized Python codebase, reducing latency by 40%.

Freelancer

Speedse Logistics

Built a full-fledged, scalable truck transportation system using Django REST Framework, inspired by Uber's model. Automated logistics operations including onboarding, verification, truck assignments, and real-time tracking through over 10+ custom APIs. Developed secure authentication using JWT and OTP, and integrated payment management features to handle booking transactions seamlessly. The system supports 10,000+ users and processes 1,000+ OTP requests/day with high performance and reliability.

Shapeprep

Developed a robust portal for an EdTech platform with Django, streamlining student management and operations. Designed a scalable database schema that reduced system downtime by 35%. Wrote MySQL queries and built automated unit/integration tests, improving code quality and cutting bug-related delays by 40%.

Projects

Tic Tac Talk

Real-time Tic Tac Toe with Chat
Built a real-time multiplayer Tic Tac Toe game integrated with video and audio chat for a more engaging player experience. Used Socket.io for real-time gameplay and WebRTC for high-quality peer-to-peer communication. Deployed using Docker and Kubernetes for scalability and reliability.

Graphical Password

Tool which can be used to make passwords more personalize
By utilizing images instead of conventional PINs or passwords, this tool enhances password personalization. It offers a secure approach to safeguarding data and information, as images are harder to crack or breach. With this tool, your passwords become more unique, providing an added layer of safety and security.

URL Shortner

Tool which can be used to shorten URLs
This tool combines Django as the backend and React with Redux as the frontend to create a URL shortener. It simplifies long and unattractive URLs into shorter and more concise ones, offering a convenient solution for managing and sharing links.

Text to QR

A tool which can convert text and links in QR
With its user-friendly interface, this tool efficiently transforms your text and links into QR codes. It simplifies the process of generating QR codes, making them easily shareable and accessible. Conveniently convert your texts and links into QR codes for seamless sharing and quick access.

Education

KIET Group of Institution

Bachelor of Technology
August 2021 - May 2025
Computer Science and Engineering

CGPA : 8.4

St. Paul's School

Intermediate
April 2020 - March 2021
PCM

CGPA : 9.6

Skills

Interests

Apart from my passion for developing, I enjoy engaging in activities that allow me to further enhance my programming skills. One of my favorite pastimes is participating in hackathons, where I can work alongside other like-minded individuals to develop innovative solutions to real-world problems. Additionally, I find great enjoyment in competitive programming on platforms such as CodeChef and LeetCode. These activities challenge me to continually improve my coding abilities and to think creatively when it comes to problem-solving. Overall, I view these experiences as valuable opportunities to push my limits and to grow as a developer.